‍This year’s 46th Sponsored Walk was organized by the P.T.A. There were over 800 participants. The route covered approximately 15 kilometres, starting from Abokobi through Berekuso and finishing at Ashesi University.

The traditional annual event which has been part of the school’s activities since 1972, is held to raise funds for school projects and to support mental health in memory of two GIS students, Jason Fung and Kerry Fung who were tragically killed by a mentally unstable person some three decades ago. This also forms part of our strategic goal to make an impact in various communities through service. It also provides every GIS student an opportunity to serve through in-school programmes.

Over the years, a portion of the funds raised by the school’s Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) through the Sponsored Walk has been donated to psychiatric institutions in Ghana. Proceeds from the last two walks were used to renovate Women’s Ward 7 of the Pantang Psychiatric Hospital, at a cost of GH¢114,000.

‍This year’s event was no different. It attracted over 800 enthusiastic participants who were eager to finish the entire 15 kilometers and break past records.

.With security for the programme at an all time high, the much anticipated event started with participants setting off at 8: 00a.m. from Abokobi through to Berekuso.

1KM into the race, many participants jostled for positions, while others just took it easy enjoying themselves. It was evident that there would be winners from each participating section i.e Junior School, Lower Secondary and Upper Secondary.

The walk became keenly contested between various participants. ‍

Participants climbing hills and descending valleys all for a good cause.‍

‍Nana Kwame Amankwah, a sixth former emerged the overall winner.

‍Leilani Rawlings, a form 2 student, was the first girl to finish the walk

‍Everyone had the opportunity to relax and unwind at the Ashesi University where walkers were refreshed at the end of the walk.

Participants at the Ashesi University refreshment centre.

We say a big thank you to everyone who participated and helped in diverse ways to make this event a success. Ayekoo and See you next year!‍